Recent Accomplishments
Removal of GOMOR
Mr. Cassara represented an Army nurse who received a GOMOR for allegedly drinking with a subordinate after returning from a deployment. As a result of the GOMOR she was passed over for promotion. Mr. Cassara petitioned the Department of the Army Suitability Evaluation Board (DASEB) and had the GOMOR transferred to the officer’s restricted fiche, … Read more
DNA evidence leads to reversal of charges against Navy Officer
Mr. Cassara represented a former Navy officer who had been accused at court-martial of rape. The officer was convicted of Conduct Unbecoming an Officer and Fraternization. After contacting Mr. Cassara, we learned that the DNA evidence used at his court-martial to prove he had sex with the alleged victim had been handled by a United … Read more
Obtained resolution of No Charges against Army Officer suspected in larceny of $58000 in BAH funds
An Army officer contacted Mr. Cassara after being accused of larceny of $58,000 in BAH funds. Charges were preferred against the officer and an Article 32 (b) hearing was scheduled. The client needed a court martial attorney and contacted Mr. Cassara. Mr. Cassara was able to negotiate a disposition at Article 15, meaning the officer … Read more
Obtained resolution of No Charges against Army Officer suspected of BAH fraud
An Army officer was suspected of conspiring with another officer to defraud the government of BAH funds. He knew he needed an experienced court martial attorney. After retaining Mr. Cassara, and after Mr. Cassara investigated the matter, no charges were brought against the officer. The matter is now closed and the officer will continue … Read more
Obtained resolution of no charges against Army NCO suspected in taking part in the murder of three Iraqi detainees
Mr. Cassara represented an Army NCO who was suspected of taking part in the murder of three Iraqi detainees. The NCO knew he needed an experienced court martial attorney. When the NCO first contacted Mr. Cassara he was facing multiple murder charges. After Mr. Cassara became involved he was able to resolve the case in … Read more
Secured dismissal of all charges for Marine officer suspected of giving order to murder Iraqi detainees
Mr. Cassara represented a Marine officer who was suspected of giving an order to murder Iraqi detainees. The client was read his rights by NCIS for murder and investigated by both CID and the U.S. Attorney’s Office. He knew he needed an experienced court martial attorney and contacted Mr. Cassara.After Mr. Cassara became involved he … Read more
Preserved retirement for E-7 mobilized reservist charged with BAH fraud
Mr. Cassara represented an E-7 mobilized reservist at Fort Jackson who was accused of BAH fraud and larceny in the amount of $35,000. Charges were preferred with a recommendation for a general court-martial. He knew he needed an experienced court martial attorney and contacted Mr. Cassara. Mr. Cassara successfully negotiated a resolution where the case … Read more
Obtained an extremely favorable result for Army Master Sergeant accused of larceny, fraternization and false statement
Mr. Cassara obtained an extremely favorable result for Army Master Sergeant accused of larceny, fraternization and making a false official statement. Mr. Cassara represented an Army E-8 with 19 years of active duty who was accused of numerous serious offenses. He knew he needed an experienced court martial attorney and contacted Mr. Cassara. After charges … Read more
Obtained sentence of pay forfeiture and restriction for soldier facing 20 years confinement and dishonorable discharge
Mr. Cassara represented a soldier charged with involuntary manslaughter in the death of another soldier. He knew he needed an experienced court martial attorney and contacted Mr. Cassara. Mr. Cassara succeeded in getting the charges withdrawn from a General Court-Martial and referred to a Summary Court-Martial where the most severe punishment the soldier could face … Read more
Obtained acquittal of Army MSG charged with over $100000 BAH and per diem fraud
Mr. Cassara represented a Master Sergeant at Fort Jackson, SC who was charged with stealing over $50,000 in BAH funds and $50,000 in per diem. He knew he needed an experienced court martial attorney and contacted Mr. Cassara. After a fully litigated trial the soldier was acquitted of the majority of charges against him. After … Read more